adight
|a-dight|
C2
/əˈdaɪt/
to adorn
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adight' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'adighten,' where 'a-' was a prefix and 'dight' meant 'to prepare or arrange.'
Historical Evolution
'adighten' transformed into the modern English word 'adight' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to prepare or arrange,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to adorn or decorate.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/08 03:06
